* In spoken English, "doing" is the present participle of the verb "to do," while "do" is the base form of the verb. This distinction is important in grammar.
* In sign language, the concept of "doing" is often conveyed through a combination of signs, rather than a single specific sign. You'd use a sign for the specific action and then incorporate appropriate sign language grammar to indicate the present participle aspect (ongoing action).
Examples:
* "What are you doing?" In sign language, you'd sign "What you DO?" with the "DO" sign incorporating the ongoing action aspect.
* "I'm doing my homework." You'd sign "I HOMEWORK DO" (the "DO" sign again carrying the sense of ongoing action).
It's important to note:
* Sign language isn't always a direct translation of spoken language. There are differences in grammar and expression.
* Specific signs and their usage can vary depending on the sign language dialect.
To fully understand how to use "doing" in sign language, it's best to learn from a qualified sign language instructor or native signer. They can teach you the specific signs and grammatical nuances of the language.